Apartments for Rent in the Central Austin Neighborhood of Austin, TX (634 Rentals)

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The Kingston
$1,150 - $1,265
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 10

The Kingston

409 W 38th StAustin, TX 78705
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Beyond "Keep Austin Weird": Your Insider's Ultimate Guide to Renting and Living in Austin, Texas

Moving to Austin, TX? We are Here to Help. Our Local Expert Breaks Down the Commute reality, Renting Around the City, the Job Scene, and Shares Recommendations for 5 Great Austin Neighborhoods You Should Explore First.

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Union on 24th
$1,526 - $1,911
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Union on 24th

701 W 24th StAustin, TX 78705
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Union on San Antonio
$1,466 - $1,611
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Union on San Antonio

2011 San Antonio StAustin, TX 78705
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Aura Thirty2
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$1,956 - $5,693
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Aura Thirty2

3233 Harmon AveAustin, TX 78705
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Central Austin, Austin, TX Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Work-Life Balance in Austin: Find Your Perfect Apartment Near Top Employers

The Austin job market is booming, but where should you live? Discover the most affordable and charming neighborhoods that put you minutes from Dell Seton, IBM, and Dell.

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Local Expert's Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in Austin

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Austin, TX metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Austin Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Austin, Austin, TX

Ranked #45

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Central Austin, Austin, and the greater Austin area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

A family-friendly apartment community may be just the ticket if you have young children when you rent. This section of town has risen to be a favorite residential submarket for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and greenspace? this residential neighborhood has come to be providing fantastic access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has emerged as amongst the finest higher-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, park access, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this part of Austin is one of our favorite neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Austin

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Austin area of Austin, TX?

As of today, August 31, 2026, there are currently 634 available Central Austin apartments priced from $624 to $12,000, with an average monthly rent of $1,618.

How much are Studio apartments in Central Austin?

There are currently 161 Studio Apartments in Central Austin with rent ranges from $649 to $2,568 with an average price of $1,437.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Austin Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Austin ranges from $699 to $3,204 with an average monthly rent of $1,720.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Austin cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Austin range from $624 to $4,609. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,789.

How expensive are Central Austin Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 75 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Austin on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $749 to $6,000 - averaging $1,637 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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